Does restitution coefficient depends on kinetic energy?

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Start date Dec 10, 2007
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The restitution coefficient is defined as the ratio of final velocity to initial velocity. It does not depend on kinetic energy; increasing initial velocity results in a proportionate increase in final velocity. Therefore, the restitution coefficient remains constant regardless of changes in kinetic energy. This conclusion clarifies the relationship between kinetic energy and the restitution coefficient. Understanding this principle is essential for accurate calculations in physics.

Dec 10, 2007

SciencePF

[SOLVED] Does restitution coefficient depends on kinetic energy?

Does restitution coefficient depends on kinetic energy?

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Dec 10, 2007

Feldoh

It's determined by the ratio of the final velocity and the initial velocity. If you increase the initial velocity (with more kinetic energy) then the the final velocity will also be higher, so no it does not.

Dec 10, 2007

SciencePF

Thank you, very much!

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